police procedural
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of police procedural
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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A police procedural about Dutton family son Kayce Dutton, a character who now works as an investigator, “Marshals” premiered on CBS in March, having been produced by Sheridan but written by someone else.
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
Claudia seeks the truth in a story that combines forensic puzzle, legal thriller and police procedural.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
At the same time, once you know the basic premise of the show — it’s an elite military police procedural — it’s not hard to figure out where you are, wherever you drop in.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2025
It’s a police procedural, a metaphorical family comedy, a workplace comedy, a soap opera, a melodrama, a low-budget action adventure.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2024
This military police procedural drama, still going strong after a staggering 21 seasons, has never been a favorite of critics.
From New York Times • May 28, 2024
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